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bamboo for your decks and patios

What better way to accentuate your outdoor spaces than to use a natural grass to build your deck or patio? It might seem counterintuitive, but there is one type of grass that is stronger than wood, while also being more durable and environmentally sustainable. That grass is, of course, bamboo. While it might not be what most people first think of when they go about selecting a material for their outdoor living spaces, bamboo offers a number of practical advantages...

combining styles to create an eclectic environment

Blending different styles can be one of the toughest challenges when designing or redesigning a residential or commercial space. In many cases, a couple might be moving in together for the first time and have contrasting tastes, furniture and decorative elements that need to be combined in one home. The same type of problem can occur when a business is moving into new offices, and tries to integrate some of the items it used in its old space into its...

bamboo versus hardwood as an environmentally-conscious option

Whether you’re looking to install flooring or paneling in a new building or redo existing surfaces, you’re going to want to consider the environmental impact of the material you choose, along with price and visual appeal. Traditional hardwood options offer many benefits, but their contribution to deforestation and the fact it takes upwards of 20 years for trees regrow can have severe ecological repercussions. Bamboo, on the other hand, is an alternative that has many environmental benefits over hardwood products. With greater overall...

how to protect your floors from damage

One of the great satisfactions of installing new hardwood floors is being able to show them off to guests. It’s very likely you’ve put a lot of time, effort and consideration into your choice of flooring and the installation process, so once the process has been completed you’re probably going to want others to appreciate what you’ve accomplished. How will you go about that? Instead of having business clients, family and friends over in a piecemeal fashion, why not throw...

preventing scratches and dents on your bamboo floors

When it comes to designing or redoing your home, bamboo flooring offers a variety benefits over traditional hardwood and other materials. It’s more environmentally friendly, stands up to heavy use more effectively and is more easily adaptable to different styles and designs. However, once you choose to go with bamboo for your floors, you still face the same challenges of preventing scratches and dings that can mar your pristine indoor surfaces. Fortunately, there are a number of steps you can...